Stonehenge, one of the world’s most famous and spectacular monuments will play host to a unique world first experience when Paul Oakenfold performs a full sunset set this September 2018 in support of the charity and guardian of the ancient stones, English Heritage.
World famous DJ, recording artist, producer and UK house music pioneer Oakenfold has been invited to perform by Alon Shulman, MD at Universe, and given the honour of being the first ever DJ to play at the site in Wiltshire.
There will be an invited audience of 50 hand-picked guests to witness this special experience at this UNESCO World Heritage site and this will add to the unusual locations Paul’s played at including the Great Wall of China, the FIFA World Cup 2018 and Base Camp on Mount Everest.
Having the opportunity to play at the site, built 5,000 years ago, is a “privilege” adds Oakenfold. “I am so lucky to be able to share my music from such an iconic site. The energy there will be like nowhere else on earth, and this will be reflected in my music and performance. Despite having performed at incredible events and locations all across the globe, sunset at Stonehenge will be the most magical.”
Oakenfold will record their new album ‘Live at Stonehenge’ on the night creating a ‘first of its kind experience’ for those lucky enough to be a part of this historical live event.
The event was conceived and is produced by Alon Shulman as part of his new ‘Origins’ concept that incorporates music, film, performance “and much more”. Shulman, commenting on the plans, “Together, Paul and I wanted to create something completely unique. Having worked closely with English Heritage it is fitting that our first special moment takes place at Stonehenge”.
This live event is the next instalment in a series of a number of special projects that are planned to take place over the next three-years. Paul Oakenfold says: “It’s Alon’s special relationships and his long-term vision that make the impossible possible. We’ll shortly be announcing our plans using amazing locations championing great artists and new music.”
As the custodians of Stonehenge, English Heritage cares for many of England’s most important landmarks. “We’ve been working very closely with Alon Shulman and the team at Universe on a number of innovative projects in support of English Heritage and the incredible collection of sites in our care” says English Heritage’s Director of Development Luke Purser. “It is exciting that they’ve invited British DJ Paul Oakenfold, one of the most accomplished and recognised artists on the global stage, to be the first DJ to play at Stonehenge. We’re delighted with Paul’s enthusiasm for our work and that he has embraced the uniqueness of this site where he will be recording his new album, proceeds from which will go towards the charity".
Photo Credit: Alon Shulman
